In a significant step towards fostering innovation through academia-industry collaboration, Volvo Group and BMS College of Engineering (BMSCE), Basavanagudi, inaugurated the BMSCE-Volvo Group Centre for Flexible Material Research today.
The Centre was born from a memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed in 2023 between Volvo Group India and BMSCE. This collaboration has led to the development of advanced Flexible Material Testing Rigs, crucial for Volvo’s ongoing digital transformation initiatives. It will serve as a hub for groundbreaking research, promoting innovative ideas and nurturing future engineering talent.
Volvo Group will leverage the lab for internal research and testing, while BMSCE will lead academic research in the field. The partnership has already produced four advanced testing machines designed to evaluate the behaviour and characteristics of cables and hoses, ranging from high-voltage EV cables to safety-critical hoses. These machines focus on Axial, Bending, Torsional, and a unique Simulation Co-relation Rig, which are expected to significantly enhance material research and testing accuracy for Volvo.
Kamal Bali, President and Managing Director of Volvo Group India, said, “Our partnership with BMSCE for Flexible Material Research is a testament to this belief. By working closely with academic partners, we foster innovative ideas, nurture future talent, and drive research crucial for our sustainability journey.”
Maria Ebbesson, Site Chairperson of Volvo Group Technology (GTT) India, added, 'This Centre reflects our commitment to bridging industry and academia. Every innovation aligns with our strategic goals, and this collaboration will push boundaries in material science.'
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